Lead Data Scientist and Automation and Innovation

Government Recruitment Service; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Manchester is looking for a Lead Data Scientist to provide technical guidance and oversight for AI projects. This role will involve engaging with senior stakeholders, developing AI solutions, and mentoring junior staff. The ideal candidate will have experience in data science and a strong ability to teach and supervise best practices. Join this impactful role and contribute to the advancement of data science within the government.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading data science projects and teams.
• Expertise in data science techniques and AI microservices.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical advice to project teams.
• Develop scalable AI solutions.
• Oversee workstreams and manage junior staff.

Job description

Lead Data Scientists are experienced Data Scientists who provide detailed technical advice, support and guidance to project teams.

As a Lead Data Scientist, you will inspire best practice and be a recognised authority on a number of data science specialisms within government, with the ability to understand, teach and supervise a wide range of cutting‑edge analysis techniques.

You will provide oversight of several workstreams within AIaaS including the discovery, development and customisation of a range of AI microservices. You will stay abreast of emerging technologies and conduct experimentation to inform future strategy of the Platform. This will involve projects of high political exposure, value and complexity, and engaging with senior stakeholders to champion the value of data science. You will work to develop scalable AI solutions.

You will be a thought leader within the Data Science community and manage the development of junior staff.